Tadeusz Kościuszko

Polish-Lithuanian general and engineer

Tadeusz Kościuszko - Polish-Lithuanian general and engineer
Born

1746
279 years ago

Died

October 15th, 1817
208 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Poland

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A significant figure in both Polish and American history, played a critical role during the American Revolutionary War as a military leader. Contributed to the design and construction of fortifications, notably at West Point. After returning to Poland, led a national insurrection against partitioning powers, promoting the principles of liberty and equality. His legacy is commemorated in both nations.

Served as a general in the American Revolutionary War

Designed the defenses at West Point

Led the Kościuszko Uprising in 1794

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